Review—Fresh Disasters
Stuart Woods wrote the novel Fresh Disasters. The Penguin Group published the book in April 2007; the novel has 288 pages.
The title of this novel says so much. Stone has clients that often lead him into many calamities, those that could be dangerous situations. He has a deal with his firm. He is the man who handles the less desirable cases. His current case involves a friend’s nephew who drives many to want to see him far, far away. Yet, his firm decides to represent him against a known Mafioso who has never been brought to court in any criminal action. Witnesses often disappear.
Just this one case spirals into so many other situations that Stone can barely keep up. He gets involved in the art world and psychopathic artists, in addition, to placing himself and those around him in danger. The direction the danger is coming from keeps Stone and his police-pal Dino guessing and having to constantly look in new directions. Through the crazed behavior of a local sculptor, more disasters occur. These situations bring Stone into contact with professional women who are about the only bright spots in his days or nights.
Stuart Woods has written many novels revolving around this witty, interesting, and often brave individual. His relationships and friendships often involve his loyalty and desire to see justice served though, being human, he sometimes walks a fine line in such service. Stone Barrington is regularly involved in less than simple cases and danger is usually nearby. The book is entertaining and enjoyable, a good read. One to read and look for more.
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